Proposed Velodrome for Milton

The proposed velodrome is a 250-metre oval cycling track with banked corners and 1,500 permanent seats. In addition to the cycling track, the facility will also provide the community with access to recreations spaces that are non-cycling related.  The infield portion of the track is large enough to hold the equivalent of three regulation size basketball courts and can be used for many different activities and events. Other potential spaces in the building include a fitness centre, 300-metre walking/jogging track, multi-purpose room and other associated amenities.

Public Information Session

Members of the public are invited to attend a public information session to learn about this unique facility, its components and use options.

Thursday, May 31, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Presentation: 6:30 pm
Milton Sports Centre (Banquet Room)
605 Santa Maria Blvd.  

Council Reports

Community Input

Tell us what you think about the proposed Milton velodrome. Comments and feedback are greatly appreciated.

Frequently Asked QuestionsVelodrome diagram

What is a Velodrome?

  • An arena for track cycling
  • A banked oval track consisting of two 180-degree circular bends, connected by two straights (The straights transition to the circular turn through a moderate easement curve)

Multi-purpose Infield

  • The infield (middle) of the track can be used for other recreational/event purposes, such as basketball, volleyball, badminton, soccer, faith gatherings and trade shows, and is approximately the size of three regulation size basketball courts.

 Existing Velodromes  

How did Milton become the preferred velodrome site for the Toronto 2015 Pan/Parapan American Games?

September 23, 2011
  • Toronto 2015 Pan/Parapan American Games committee approached the Town of Milton with the possibility to bid for a permanent velodrome

October 12, 2011
  • Toronto 2015 committee invited the Town of Milton to submit Expression of Interest

October 17, 2011 
  • Milton Council resolution to explore two location options - the Milton Education Village as a permanent location and Derry Green Business Park as a temporary location

 November 21, 2011
  • Council Report: COMS-047-11 
  • Indication of support received (including letters from Laurier University, the Canadian Cycling Association and land donation)
  • Further direction required from TO 2015 to reduce capital cost and local host share

 December 5, 2011
  • Council Report: COMS-050-11
  • Milton Council authorized the Town of Milton to commit to funding local share based on a $40-million project
  • Next step identified was to engage Sierra Planning to undertake Business Plan
  • Required to report back to Council with results of Business Plan and due diligence process  

 January 30, 2012

Where is the money coming from to build the velodrome?

  • $22 million: Toronto 2015 Pan/Parapan American Games organizing committee
  • $19.8 million: Local share (includes 44% of the project cost at $40-million, plus site servicing/parking costs)
    • Town of Milton share confirmed at $3.8 million: To be funded from development charges as a result of the re-allocation of future recreational facilities to the velodrome
    • Milton Education Village commitment at $2.5 million: Town of Milton to finance the Milton Education Village commitment; a sustainability strategy has been developed if timing is delayed
    • Private sector partnership commitment at $13.5 million: This includes  - pledged donations, sponsorship and fundraising support

Where will the velodrome be located?Milton Velodrome location

  • Within the Milton Education Village: Louis St Laurent and Tremaine Road
  • Adjacent to proposed location for Laurier University

Planned transportation links to the velodrome location:

  • Public transit routes
  • Cycling lanes on Tremaine Road
  • GO station proposed at new Tremaine Road 401 interchange
  • Town undertaking Secondary Plan for Milton Education Village and update to Trails/Cycling Master Plan in 2012

 What will the velodrome be used for once the Pan/Parapan American Games are finished?

  • Sierra Planning and Management completed a business plan for the legacy aspect of the facility.
  • The facility will be used for a number of international, national and provincial cycling competitions, creating a positive economic impact on the business community in Milton.
  • There will be a significant opportunity  for a high performance and local cycling legacy,  as well as community recreational use.
  • Plans for the facility also include a 20,000 square-foot gymnasium, 300-metre walking/jogging track, 3,200 square-foot fitness centre, multi-purpose room and support amenities.

What are the Milton Velodrome timelines?

  • May 2012: Binding agreements to be signed should the project be approved by Milton Council
  • Summer/Fall 2012: Preferred proponent selected
  • January 2013: Ground breaking and construction commences 
  • Summer 2014: Targeted completion date 
  • July/August 2015: Pan/Parapan American Games